Spicy

Pimento Leaf

Note Profile

Botanical 12 perfumes

About

Pimento leaf has a warm, spicy, and aromatic scent reminiscent of clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a fresh, green undertone. In perfumery, it adds depth and complexity to spicy accords, imparting a slightly woody, herbal edge. The overall impression is vibrant and piquant, making it a popular choice in both masculine and unisex fragrances.

Scent Profile

Pimento leaf presents a warm, spicy aroma with pronounced notes of clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg, layered over a fresh, green undertone. Its scent is aromatic and slightly woody, with herbal facets that lend vibrancy and depth. As it develops, the piquant spice mellows into a subtle, lingering warmth.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~6h lasting

Family Spicy

Read off the wheel, not a label applied to the note.

What this is made of

Pimenta leaf oil

A natural extract

CAS 8006-77-7

Pimenta dioica leaf - eugenol-rich, which is why the description reads as clove. Held under 'pimenta', not 'pimento'.

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Origin

Pimento leaf oil is obtained from the leaves of the Pimenta dioica tree, native to the Caribbean and Central America. The essential oil is typically extracted through steam distillation of freshly harvested leaves. This process yields an oil rich in eugenol and other phenolic compounds responsible for its spicy character.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers employ pimento leaf predominantly in the heart of spicy, woody, and oriental compositions, where it enhances complexity and warmth. It blends well with clove, cinnamon, woods, florals, and citrus notes, supporting both masculine and unisex fragrances. Its herbal-spicy profile can also bridge transitions between fresh top notes and deeper base accords.